Margaritas on the beach, a spectacular sunset, dancing in the moonlight and a satisfying meal, isn’t that what living in the Caribbean is all about? If you’re on St. Croix, make Coconuts on the Beach your favorite weekend spot for fun in the sun and beyond!

Coconuts on the Beach is a terrific little spot right on the beach just outside of Frederiksted. If it’s a friendly chat, a cold drink and a relaxing view you are looking for, this is the place to be. “What I like is that we have a lot of locals sitting at the sunset bar,” said owner Grace Tingle. It’s no wonder, with such a beautiful ocean view. By the way, this is an ideal spot to get a glimpse of one of those elusive green flashes. “We get the green flash all the time. We saw five in one week during the first week of January,” added Grace.

Grace took over Coconuts on the Beach in May 2007. After 10 years in Venezuela, Grace moved to St. Croix because of it's tropical beauty.  A native Texan, Grace has put together an awesome authentic Tex Mex and Texas BBQ menu. Bring an appetite with you. Grace makes one mean burrito!

Coconuts on the Beach offers all of the spicy Tex Mex dishes that one expects at a good Tex Mex beach bar. You have several choices for finger food, such as the very popular “Monkey” wings ($10), a big platter of chips and Grace’s homemade salsa ($6), Nachos ($8-$12), Flautas ($9) or chili cheese fries ($9). For a fuller meal, order a hearty grilled Texas Chicken burger with pepper jack cheese ($9), Big as Texas burger with chili and jalapenos ($10), Gorilla dog with chili cheese and onions ($9), Veggie burger ($7), BBQ Brisket Burger ($9), Taco Salad ($10) Cajun Grilled Mahi Burger ($12), Fish Tacos ($12), Coconut Shrimp ($15) and mouth-watering Wraps.

The best part of Coconuts’ menu is the daily special. Each day offers yet another plate overflowing with Tex Mex favorites. On Tuesday enjoy chicken or beef enchiladas ($12). Wednesday is burrito grande day ($11), and it certainly lives up to its name! You’ll find tacos every Thursday ($11), Chicken Fried Steak on Fridays ($14) and Carne Guisada on Saturdays ($12). With sides of both rice and beans (don’t miss the beans - they’re the real thing!), you can’t beat Coconuts for value for your money.  There is also a kids’ menu with King Kong chicken nuggets ($7), mini cheese pizza ($7) and How Corny! dog with fries ($7).

Every Sunday Grace pulls out all the stops with a Texas BBQ menu, the Best of the West End! Choose from Texas-style barbeque ribs,  mesquite brisket , a NY strip  or a Rib eye. Can you think of a better incentive to spend the day at the beach?

The huge patio area at Coconuts on the Beach just begs to be danced on. Voted Best Live Music at a Beach bar, they offer free live music every Saturday and Sunday, with something for everyone, from soloists to acoustic, country to Latino, salsa and meringue to basic rock. A band is brought in from Puerto Rico once a month. St. Croix Blues Society Jam Session is every Sunday 4-8pm and open to all musicians, so grab your instrument & join them on the stage! It’s a terrific idea for your next catered birthday bash, wedding or other private function, just call to make your reservations.

At the bar, you can enjoy frozen and flavored strawberry, passion fruit, mango and banana margaritas all day every day. They were just voted Best Frozen Drink on St. Criox!!  It’s ”Beer-thirty” Happy Hour every day from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. with $2.50 beer and Margaritas, and they change the specialty drink every week. As expected, there’s always a good crowd for that!

Grace is a big advocate of giving back to the community. While in Venezuela, she headed a charity organization and she brought her big heart with her to St. Croix. Annual Charity events include a Doggie Wash to benefit St. Croix Animal Shelter, Poker Runs for Women's Coalition, Boys & Girls Club, Toys For Tots Foundation, Adopt a Soldier & fundraisers for individuals in need.  Grace also works with Behavioral Services to bring girls to Coconuts for a fun-filled day of food and painting coconuts each month.
 

Visit www.coconutsonthebeach-stx.com for the menu and upcoming events or e-mail Grace at info@coconutsonthebeach-stx.com  to receive the Coconuts weekly newsletter.